{"id":74382,"date":"2023-07-29T03:34:28","date_gmt":"2023-07-29T02:34:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/?p=74382"},"modified":"2023-07-29T03:34:28","modified_gmt":"2023-07-29T02:34:28","slug":"uba-improves-staff-welfare-in-quick-response-to-rising-cost-of-living","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/sub\/uba-improves-staff-welfare-in-quick-response-to-rising-cost-of-living\/","title":{"rendered":"UBA Improves Staff Welfare In Quick Response To Rising Cost Of Living"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"H_1BObGP iz_FF\" data-test-id=\"message-group-content\" data-touch-scroll-enabled=\"true\">\n<div class=\"k_w jb_7ceA d_93qVS D_F ek_BB\">\n<div class=\"U_fq7 em_N\" data-test-id=\"message-card\">\n<div class=\"U_6MGW\">\n<div data-test-id=\"message-view-body\">\n<div class=\"msg-body P_wpofO iy_A\" data-test-id=\"message-view-body-content\">\n<div class=\"jb_0 X_6Fd5 N_6Fd5\">\n<div data-test-id=\"message-body\">\n<div id=\"yiv6550115015\">\n<div class=\"yiv6550115015WordSection1\">\n<p><b>&#8230; Second Pay Rise <\/b><b><span lang=\"EN-US\">In 90 Days<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\">Africa\u2019s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritise the welfare of its staff and their families reflecting the current economic realities and its impact on living conditions.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_70542\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-70542\" style=\"width: 797px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-70542\" src=\"https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG-20230330-WA0051.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"797\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/sub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG-20230330-WA0051.jpg 797w, https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/sub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG-20230330-WA0051-221x300.jpg 221w, https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/sub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG-20230330-WA0051-756x1024.jpg 756w, https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/sub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG-20230330-WA0051-768x1041.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/sub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG-20230330-WA0051-81x110.jpg 81w, https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/sub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG-20230330-WA0051-310x420.jpg 310w, https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/sub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG-20230330-WA0051-317x430.jpg 317w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 797px) 100vw, 797px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-70542\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">UBA Bank MD<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\">To this end, the bank\u2019s Board of Directors have announced the implementation of a cost of living adjustment for its staff effective immediately<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\">The bank said that over the past few months, it has been closely monitoring the effect of the rising cost of living on its employees and recognises the importance of addressing these challenges proactively.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\">It is interesting to note that even when the bank had previously implemented cost of living adjustment for staff on October 1, 2021 and more recently on April 1, 2023, the persistent economic challenges faced by employees and the broader society as a whole, informed the unanimous decision to again implement another adjustment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\">Also in line with its commitment to promote staff for excellent performance every year, UBA had in March 2023, announced the promotion of over 1,500 staff across Africa, and had also elevated close to 1,000 staff in 2022.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\">UBA\u2019s Group Managing Director\/Chief Executive Officer, Oliver Alawuba, who made the announcement, said, \u201cWe are aware of the impact of recent economic policy pronouncements on prices and your capacity to meet your financial commitments to family and personal needs. As an organisation focused on the well-being of our people, I am pleased to inform you that the Board of UBA Plc has approved a Welfare Allowance for all employees.\u201d<\/p><div data-ad-id=\"32665\" style=\"text-align:center; margin-top:0px; margin-bottom:0px; margin-left:0px; margin-right:0px;float:none;\" class=\"afw afw_ad_image afw_ad afwadid-32665  \">\r\n                                                            <div style=\"font-size:10px;text-align:center;color:#cccccc;\">Advertisement<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.accessbankplc.com\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" height=\"auto\" max-width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/nationalwire.com.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Banner-1.jpg\"><\/a>\r\n                                                                        \r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Alawuba<\/span><span lang=\"EN-US\">\u00a0<\/span>explained that the decision to adjust the staff&#8217;s remuneration package once again demonstrates UBA&#8217;s unwavering commitment to maintaining the standard of living for its employees at a level that is commensurate with prevailing economic conditions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\">\u201cThis move will serve to alleviate the financial burdens faced by our staff and their families, reinforcing the bank&#8217;s position as a responsible and caring employer,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\">He took time out to appreciate the staff for their effort and dedication and hard work of its employees, which remains the bedrock of its success, as he noted that the bank recognises the\u00a0<span lang=\"EN-US\">critical<\/span> role played by its workforce in navigating challenges and ensuring the continued growth of the institution.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\">\u201cMy profound appreciation to you for your commitment to our corporate goals and adherence to our core values, as demonstrated in our remarkable half-year 2023 results. By enhancing staff welfare, we aim to boost employee morale and foster a conducive and rewarding work environment that empowers employees to thrive both personally and professionally,\u201d the GMD added.<\/p>\n<p class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormal\">United Bank for Africa is one of the largest employers in the financial sector on the African continent, with 25,000 employees\u2019 group wide and serving over 35 million customers globally.\u00a0 Operating in 20 African countries and in the United Kingdom, the United States of America, France and the United Arab Emirates, UBA provides retail, commercial and institutional banking services, leading financial inclusion and implementing cutting edge technology.<\/p>\n<table class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" width=\"400\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\">\n<table class=\"yiv6550115015MsoNormalTable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">\n<td valign=\"top\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa\u2019s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritise the welfare of its staff and their families reflecting the current economic realities and its impact on living conditions.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":43714,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[23,17],"tags":[727],"coauthors":[2391],"class_list":["post-74382","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","","category-business","category-news","tag-uba"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v18.9 - 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